60 PhD programmes in Astronomy & Space Sciences in Europe

The PhD course in Astronomy Astrophysics and Space Science (AASS) -- jointly run by Tor Vergata University of Rome", Sapienza University of Rome, National Institute of Astrophysics (Rome OAR, Rome IAPS, Teramo OAAb offices) and Italian Space Agency (ASI) -- trains internationally competitive researchers in the field of Astrophysics and Space Sciences,

The Astronomy programme offered by Stockholm University develops advanced research expertise in astrophysical phenomena, from stars and planets to galaxies and cosmic explosions.

The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy awards the academic degree of Doctor of Natural Sciences for the University of Würzburg.

The Centre for Astrophysics Research at the University of Hertfordshire carries out research on a broad range of key science questions in Astronomy.

PhD Astronomy candidates at Leiden University carry out a programme of independent research and additional (limited) course work, culminating in production of a PhD thesis in typically 4 years.

The Physics and Astrophysics programme offered by Ecole Centrale de Lyon develops advanced research expertise in physics and astrophysics through high-level interdisciplinary scientific training.

The research units of Physics and Astronomy of the University of Oulu conduct internationally state-of-the-art research in their disciplines.

The Institute of Astronomy offers the opportunity to study for the Astronomy PhD degree at University of Cambridge, which is normally completed in three to four years.

The University of Padua proposes a national PhD Programme in Technologies for Fundamental Research in Physics and Astrophysics, a study track with strong multidisciplinary features, aiming to develop technological and engineering expertise and skills that are essential for fundamental research in Physics and Astrophysics.

The International Max Planck Research School for Solar System Science at the University of Göttingen (IMPRS, Solar System School) is a collaboration of the Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research and the University of Göttingen offering an international PhD programme in physics.

The International Max Planck Research School for Precision Tests of Fundamental Symmetries in Particle Physics, Nuclear Physics, Atomic Physics and Astroparticle Physics is a combined effort of the Max Planck Institute for Nuclear Physics (MPIK) in collaboration with Heidelberg University.

At the division of Astronomy and Space Physics at Uppsala University we are doing research across a range of fields, from space in Earth's direct vicinity to the first stars in the universe found in distant galaxies.

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers an active and engaged intellectual community composed of researchers from around the world.

Aim of the PhD programme in Astronomy from the University of Padua is the formation of young researchers of excellence at international level in their specific field of research in astronomy and astrophysics.

The question of whether life exists beyond Earth is eons old, yet it is only relatively recently that space missions have been launched to help answer this. This Governance and Ethics programme is offered at The Open University UK.

Our unique approach to the scientific aspects of Astrobiology - Science research at The Open University UK combines fieldwork, laboratory simulations, thermochemical modelling and in situ observations.

Research in the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of St Andrews is focused in three main areas of excellence: astrophysics, condensed matter physics, and photonics.

Research in planetary and space science (PSS) covers a wide variety of Solar System science and exploration. We investigate the origin and evolution of the Solar System through the physical, geological, chemical and biological processes that drive it. 

Working closely with members of the Astrobiology and Habitats for Life research area at The Open University UK, we use a variety of experimental techniques, including molecular biology, mineralogy and geochemistry, and orbital flight experiments, to understand the way in which microorganisms persist in extreme environments and how this could be applied to environments elsewhere.

Welcome to the University of Tours's Energy, Materials, Earth and Universe Science Doctoral Program. Step into the realms of cutting-edge research and exploration at our esteemed university, where we offer a comprehensive doctoral program spanning energy, materials, earth science, and universe science.